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Inscribed disc lid fragment

Egyptian
Old Kingdom, Dynasty 6
2323–2150 B.C.
Findspot: Nubia (Sudan), Kerma, Tell I, Room H

Medium/Technique Travertine (Egyptian alabaster)
Dimensions Length: 4.6 cm (1 13/16 in.)
Credit Line Harvard University—Boston Museum of Fine Arts Expedition
Accession Number13.4279
NOT ON VIEW
ClassificationsVessels

DescriptionIt is inscribed with part of the cartouche of Pepy I. Fragments are missing.
ProvenanceFrom Nubia, Kerma. 1913: excavated by the Harvard University–Boston Museum of Fine Arts Expedition; assigned to the MFA in the division of finds by the government of Sudan.



Findspot Information: From Kerma. Su / 160